Action Minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Council Chamber – 525 Henrietta Street, Martinez, CA 94553
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Elected Officials City Staff on the Dais
Mayor Rob Schroder
Vice Mayor Lara DeLaney
Councilmember Debbie McKillop
Councilmember Mark Ross
Councilmember Brianne Zorn
Present
Present
Present
Present
Present
Mike Chandler, Acting City Manager
Lauren Sugayan, Deputy City Manager
Jeff Walter, City Attorney
Call to Order – Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Rob Schroder called the Regular Meeting order at 7:13 PM Public Comment (01:00 in video)
• Charles Bernash – comments on Drought Management Plan, coupons and their restrictions. • Marta Van Loan – requests Council to adopt CCC Fire District Minimum Weed Abatement Standard.
• Noralea – provides update on Camp Hope.
• Susan Gustafson – expresses concerns with two apartment buildings.
Presentations (12:00 in video)
1. Proclamation – Don Salts Retirement
• Mayor Schroder cited the Proclamation verbatim.
2. Proclamation – Women’s Reproductive Rights 2022
• Council jointly cited the Proclamation verbatim.
3. Update from Anti-Racism & Discrimination and Pro-Inclusion & Equity Task Force Chair Satinder Malhi and CPS HR on the City’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Work. • Linda Olvera, Vice Chair of ARDPIE, reads speech on behalf of Chair Malhi. • Jacques Whitfield, CPS HR provided additional comments regarding joint work being facilitated.
Consent Calendar (39:58 in video)
4. Waive reading of and introduce and/or adopt all Ordinances by title only.
5. Motion approving the Check Reconciliation Register, dated 6-30-22
6. Motion approving the Check Reconciliation Register and AP Wire Transfer, dated 7-14-22
7. Motion to Reject Claims: Crawford, Jesse and Rodriguez, Nohemy
8. Motion approving City Council Action Minutes, dated June 29, 2022
9. Certification of Election Results for the June 7, 2022 Primary Election
11. Adopt a resolution rejecting all bids submitted for the 2022 Measure H Improvements Project (City Project Nos. C5041, C5042, C5043) and directing staff to re-advertise the Project for bids.
12. Adopt a resolution approving the financial provisions agreed to in the Successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) reached between the City of Martinez and the Members of Laborers’ International Union of North America Local 324, for the contract period July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2027.
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13. Resolution electing to be subject to the Public Employee Medical and Hospital Care Act for Members of Laborers’ International Union of North America Local 324
14. Adopt a resolution approving the General Obligation Bond Tax Rate for the 2022-23 tax roll and directing submittal to Contra Costa County.
15. Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with New Leaf Collaborative and the Martinez Unified School District for Recycling Program Education Services
16. Adopt a resolution selecting Energy Services Company NORESCO and authorizing staff to proceed with development of an Energy Services Agreement Speakers: • None
Public
Comment:
• Ryan Gunstream – expresses excitement to working with Council on item #16.
Closing
Comment:
• None
Motion to: Approve Consent Calendar items #4-9 and 11-16.
Motion by: Lara DeLaney Seconded By: Brianne Zorn
Motion
passed
5-0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
10. Adopt a resolution accepting bids, overruling any protests and awarding a construction contract for the 2022 Martinez Marina Maintenance Dredging Project (City Project No. C8012), to Lind Marine Inc. of Petaluma, California, in the amount of $750,000.
Speakers: • Mike Chandler, Acting City Manager
Public
Comment:
• None
Closing
Comment:
• Pulled by CM Brianne Zorn for further discussion.
• CM Zorn requested Acting City Manager Mike Chandler to speak on supporting documents and to provide an update.
• VM DeLaney approves of the project as ARPA funds.
Motion to: Adopt the resolution accepting bids, overruling any protests and awarding a construction contract for the 2022 Martinez Marina Maintenance Dredging Project Motion by: Brianne Zorn Seconded By: Mark Ross
Motion
passed
5 – 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
*ADJOURNED AS THE MARTINEZ CITY COUNCIL
*RECONVENE AS BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CONTRA COSTA SANITATION DISTRICT 6
17. 1.) Adopt Ordinance No. 10 SD-6 levying the annual sewer service charges for fiscal year 2022-23 in Contra Costa County Sanitation District No. 6, in accordance with the Engineer’s revised Annual Written Report.
2.) By Motion, approve the scope of services and budget for a study of improvements to provide alternatives to annexation to Central Contra Costa Sanitary District and authorize the Acting City (District) Manager to enter into the District’s (City’s) standard form of agreement for consulting services with Woodard and Curran an amount not to exceed $43,000 for Phase 1 of their proposal dated June 13, 2022.
3.) By Motion, authorize the Acting City (District) Manager to accept payment of $30,000 from the Stonehurst Homeowners Association, toward the cost of the Woodward and Curran study which City Council Action Minutes
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benefits the property owners, subject to the development of appropriate documentation by the Finance Division.
*ADJOURNED AS BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CONTRA COSTA SANITATION DISTRICT 6
*RECONVENE AS THE MARTINEZ CITY COUNCIL
Speakers: • Randy Leptien, Acting City Engineer and Ali Hatefi, Senior Civil Engineer Public
Comment:
• None
Closing
Comment:
• VM DeLaney requests confirmation that the HOA agreement, and how phase 2 will be paid for and completed.
• CM Zorn wants to remind public of the annual charge’s duration.
Motion to: Adopt an Ordinance finding that a majority protest to the proposed increase in the annual sewer service charge has been submitted and establishing annual unit charge for FY22-23 AS $1950.
Motion by: Brianne Zorn Seconded By: Debbie McKillop
Motion
passed
5 – 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
Motion to: .Bring forward item 17-2 for vote
Motion by: Debbie McKillop Seconded By: Lara DeLaney
Motion
passed
5 – 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
Motion to: . Bring forward item 17-3 for vote
Motion by: Debbie McKillop Seconded By: Lara DeLaney
Motion
passed
5 – 0
Rob Schroder Recused Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
General Business Items (55:30 in video)
18. Review, hold discussion, and approve the Naming Policy for City facilities.
Speakers: • Lauren Sugayan, Deputy City Manager, and Trisha Howard, Management Analyst.
Public
Comment:
• Michael Ayers – for petitioning, states owners, not tenants, of a property should be considered.
• John Stevens – PRMCC Commissioner comments on language of policy.
Closing
Comment:
• VM DeLaney asks how the signature threshold was determined. • CM McKillop and CM Ross inquire how 90% of support by residents and business is determined.
• Council moved to vote but withdrew the motion so additional edits can be made.
19. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute a consultant service agreement with SWA Group, in a form approved by the City Attorney, for preparation of the Waterfront Marina Trust Lands Use Plan (WMTLUP), for a not-to-exceed amount of $200,000 to commence with initial phases of the project.
Speakers: • Mike Chandler, Acting City Manager
• Andrew Watkins, SWA Group
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Public
Comment:
• None
Closing
Comment:
• Mayor Schroder states this is a major goal.
• CM Ross and Zorn inquire about target start date and expected duration for the project.
• VM DeLaney states ARPA funding has made these long overdue investments possible.
• CM McKillop comments this project’s impact is something monumental and global.
Motion to: Adopt the resolution authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute a consultant service agreement with SWA Group.
Motion by: Mark Ross Seconded By: Brianne Zorn
Motion
passed
5 - 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
20. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Acting City Manager to begin the process of negotiating the extension and/or renewal of the franchise agreements between the City of Martinez and Allied Waste Systems, Inc., doing business as Allied Waste Services of Contra Costa County and Republic Services of Contra Costa County, for Solid Waste and Recycling services, and rescinding Resolution No. 092-21.
Speakers: • Mike Chandler, Acting City Manager
• Curtis Below, FM3
Public
Comment:
• Susan Heron - Republic Services will strive for continuous improvements and looks forward to continued partnership.
Closing
Comment:
• CM McKillop inquires about damage to roadways.
• CM Ross requests explanation surrounding public contact.
Motion to: Adopt the resolution authorizing the Acting City Manager to begin the process of negotiating the extension and/or renewal of the franchise agreements between the City of Martinez and Allied Waste Systems, Inc.
Motion by: Lara DeLaney Seconded By: Brianne Zorn
Motion
passed
5 - 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
Public Hearing Items (2:14:14 in video)
21. Hold a public hearing to introduce an ordinance adding Chapter 8.27, Single-use Foodware Accessories and Condiments to Title 8 (Health and Safety) of the Martinez Municipal Code prohibiting a food facility from providing any single-use foodware accessory or standard condiment unless requested by consumer and authorizing City enforcement and penalties.
Speakers: • Trisha Howard, Management Analyst
Public
Comment:
• None
Closing
Comment:
• CM McKillop comments on the violation fines.
• CM Zorn would like to revisit next year, re-evaluate the program, and consider more sustainable ways to improve the policy.
• VM DeLaney suggests this is translated into Spanish and placed on website.
Motion to: Introduce Ordinance adding Chapter 8.27, Single-use Foodware Accessories and Condiments to Title 8 (Health and Safety) of the Martinez Municipal Code.
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Motion by: Lara DeLaney Seconded By: Debbie McKillop
Motion
passed
5 - 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
Chief of Police (02:24:03 in video)
None
City Manager (02:24:08 in video)
22. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Amendments to the Management Compensation Plan (MCP)
Speakers: • Mike Chandler, Acting City Manager
• David Glasser, Finance Director
Public
Comment:
• None
Closing
Comment:
• CM Zorn comments on the salary schedule.
• VM DeLaney comments on retention and satisfaction of the management group.
Motion to: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Amendments to the Management Compensation Plan (MCP)
Motion by: Lara DeLaney Seconded By: Debbie McKillop
Motion
passed
5 - 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
23. Adopt a resolution approving and adopting the Pay Schedule for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 effective July 16, 2022.
Speakers: • David Glasser, Finance Director
Public
Comment:
• None
Closing
Comment:
• None
Motion to: Adopt a resolution approving and adopting the Pay Schedule for Fiscal Year 2022- 2023 effective July 16, 2022.
Motion by: Debbie McKillop Seconded By: Lara DeLaney
Motion
passed
5 - 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
Comments/Updates • Lauren Sugayan, Deputy City Manager, provides an update on Rankin Aquatics Pool
• Mike Chandler, Acting City Manager, provides a General Election update and announces the launch date for Public Art Policy.
Appointments to Commissions and/or Agencies
None
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Subcommittee Reports
None
City Council (02:46:36 in video)
24. Adopt a resolution designating Mayor Rob Schroder as the Voting Delegate, Vice Mayor Lara DeLaney as First Alternate, and Councilmember Brianne Zorn as Second Alternate to the League of California Cities 2022 Annual Conference.
Speakers: • None
Public
Comment:
• None
Closing
Comment:
• None
Motion to: Adopt the resolution
Motion by: Lara DeLaney Seconded By: Brianne Zorn
Motion
passed
5 - 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
25. Adopt a resolution approving the formation of an Ad-Hoc Subcommittee to Evaluate Opportunities to Use American Rescue Plan Act Funds for Projects that Support the Unhoused and confirming the appointments thereto.
Speakers: • Mike Chandler, Acting City Manager, and Lauren Sugayan, Deputy City Clerk Public
Comment:
• Carolyn Robinson provides update on the joint work with Noralea. • Linda Olvera – Commends the City Council for setting up the Subcommittee. • Noralea – Thanks the Council for putting this item on the agenda and would love to be a part of it.
Closing
Comment:
• Mayor Schroder confirms this is an Ad-Hoc Subcommittee. • VM DeLaney suggests other funding sources are made available.
Motion to: Adopt the resolution with the amendment suggested by City Attorney Motion by: Mark Ross Seconded By: Debbie McKillop
Motion
passed
5 - 0
Rob Schroder Aye Debbie McKillop Aye
Lara DeLaney Aye Mark Ross Aye
Brianne Zorn Aye
City Council (02:58:57 in video)
Comments/
Updates
• VM DeLaney would like follow-up on minimum weed abatement standards, maintenance of ball fields, shoutout to new downtown business. • CM Ross echoes Marta Van Loan’s suggestion on weed abatement, mentions testing of fire hydrants.
• CM Zorn gives shoutout to Mike Chandler for being Acting City Manager, acknowledges the stealing of catalytic converters.
• CM McKillop gives a shout out to Mike and thanks the staff again for immediately addressing the pool issue.
• Mayor Schroders addresses Skyline Drive public comment.
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Adjournment
Mayor Schroder adjourned the meeting at 10:05 PM.
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Rob Schroder, Mayor
Kat Galileo, Acting Deputy City Clerk
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